Chinese word: 作业 (zuò yè)
If you are learning Chinese, you must be quite familiar with the word "作业" (zuò yè). Usually, after the class, the teacher will leave some excises as "作业". That's right! …
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Foods and their cultural meanings in Chinese culture
There is no doubt that Chinese food has been playing an eminent role in the food world. Millions of visitors come to China for experiencing those delicious dishes. Given the …
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China’s 10 best employers in 2016
Respect is a key factor for young employees looking for ideal employers, and other considerations include a good income outlook, equal and fair treatment, welfare and benefits, and an attractive …
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How to say “feelin’ yourself” in Chinese
Feelin' yourself refers to the state of having a sense of self-confidence. You are so pleased with the way you look that you would like to show it through everyday …
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Chinese word: 嘴硬 (zuǐ yìng)
"嘴硬" (zuǐ yìng) literally means a tough mouth. It is used to describe a person who knows his or her own faults, but is reluctant to admit. “嘴硬”的字面意义是嘴巴很硬。用来形容明知自己错了，但是嘴上却不承认。 Examples: 1. tā …
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Toxic employee: 有毒员工 (yǒu dú yuán gōng)
Most of us have had to endure a corrosive fellow member of staff on one or more occasion during our working lives. 在工作中，大多数人不得不在很多场合忍受“有毒员工”（yǒu dú yuán gōng）。 He or she may …
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Chinese phrase: 打包票 (dǎ bāo piào)
"打包票" literally means writing a guarantee. Chinese people usually say "打包票" (dǎ bāo piào) when they are very sure about something. “打包票”字面意义是立保证书。当对事情有绝对把握，非常确定时人们常说“打包票”。 Examples: 1. yǒu rén shuō zhè shì yì zhǒng …
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5 best ski resorts in China
China is not usually the first place that comes to mind when global ski destinations are mentioned, and many are surprised to learn that there are more than 500 ski …
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How to describe a top student in Chinese
There are several ways to describe a top student in Chinese. Make sure you can use some of them correctly. 1. 学霸 (xué bà) tā suǒ yǒu kē mù dōu …
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Why is a waiter called “店小二” (diàn xiǎo èr)?
You may be wondering why a waiter in a restaurant or inn is called "店小二" (diàn xiǎo èr; literal meaning: little two) when you are watching a Chinese costume drama. …
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